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BVI Athlete Deya Erickson to Soar at PANAM Games 2023
British Virgin Islands hurdler Deya Erickson had the honour of proudly carrying the territory’s flag on October 20 during the opening ceremony of the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile.
The eighteen-year-old in 2015, amidst winds clocking at +1.4 metres per second, achieved a remarkable feat by reducing her personal best time from 14.38 seconds to an astounding 14.09 seconds at the Carolina Spring Break Classic in Puerto Rico.
In doing so, she not only broke but shattered Arianna Forbes’ long-standing 100-metre hurdles national record, which had remained unbroken for nine years.
Erickson transitioned to the Under-20 class that season and continued to improve upon her previous record.
In 2014, she secured the fifth position in the Carifta Games Under-18 Girls final, and she also had the privilege of competing at the Youth Olympic Games.
In 2021, the teenager set a new BVI national record in the 100-metre hurdles on March 13, finishing second at the South Florida Collegiate Challenge three, with a time of 13.61 seconds.
This marked a significant improvement from her previous record of 13.8 seconds, which she established in 2018 in Toronto.
This young track star is poised to shine at the PanAm Games 2023 in Chile.
Erickson is one of four athletes representing the BVI at this prestigious event which concludes on November 5.
Crime/Police
Teen Arrested in Connection With Series of Burglaries Across Virgin Islands
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made a major breakthrough in addressing a string of burglaries that had left communities across the Territory on edge. A 17-year-old male from Jost Van Dyke has been arrested and charged in connection with multiple burglaries in Butu Mountain, East End, Great Mountain, and Mount Healthy.
The young suspect faces four counts of burglary and one charge of criminal damage, marking a significant development in the RVIPF’s efforts to combat crime in the region.
“This arrest demonstrates our commitment to addressing the concerns of our residents and ensuring that offenders are held accountable,” said Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool. She also called attention to the broader issue of youth involvement in criminal activities, emphasizing the need for community collaboration to tackle the problem. “It will take an all-hands-on-deck approach to solve this serious problem,” Vanterpool added.
While the arrest represents progress, police officials urge residents to remain vigilant. The RVIPF continues to seek information related to these burglaries and encourages the public to come forward with tips.
Anyone with relevant details can contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 (TIPS) or 1-284-800-8477.
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